Phyllis Lanning
Jul 13, 2026
In Loving Memory of Phyllis Ann Lanning.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of my beloved mother, Phyllis Ann Lanning, who passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026 at the age of 81.
Phyllis was born on December 14, 1944 in Covington Kentucky to Louis Arden Thompson and Mary Elizabeth Thompson. She dedicated her life to loving her...
David Warren Dunklee
Jul 7, 2026
David (Dave) Warren Dunklee of Allegan passed away on July 7 2026, at his home with his family by his side. Dave was born on December 16, 1950, to Francis and Rosa Dunklee of Shelbyville, MI.
Dave and his wife Peggy spent thirty-eight years together and built a blended family that is filled with love, humor and compassion.
Dave is preceded in...
Benjamin Jon Cooper
Jul 4, 2026
In Loving Memory of Benjamin Cooper
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Benjamin Cooper, who passed away on July 4, 2026, at the age of 38.
Benjamin was the beloved son of Richard Cooper and Beth Cooper. He is survived by his father, Richard Cooper, and his spouse, Isa DeVos; his mother, Beth Cooper, and her spouse,...
Norman Gene Losee
Jul 4, 2026
In loving memory of Norman Gene Losee.
It is with deep sadness, yet with faith in God's promise of eternal life, that we announce the passing of Norman Gene Losee, who passed away on July 4, 2026 at the age of 74 at his home in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Norm was born on June 15, 1952 in Saginaw, Michigan to Arthur and...
Aaron Paul Schaut
Jul 2, 2026
Aaron Paul Schaut, born in Escanaba, Michigan to Bob Schaut and Paula (Fleetwood) Yagodzinski on September 10, 1976, left this world suddenly and unexpectedly due to a heart attack on July 2nd, 2026 at the age of 49. He was our friend, son, brother, husband, uncle, bandmate, caretaker, colleague, and punk-rock partner in crime. He was taken from us all...
Deborah Jane Swiderski
Jun 30, 2026
Deborah Jane Swiderski, age 75, passed away peacefully in the early morning of June 30, 2026. Born October 12, 1950, she was a beautiful soul whose life was defined by love, kindness, creativity, and devotion to family.
Deborah was a devoted mother to her daughters, Diana McDonald and Jennifer (Domingo) Castillo; a cherished Nana to her seven grandchildren, Payton, Morgan, Ryan,...
Landon Alan Grego
Jun 30, 2026
Landon Alan Grego, was born on January 13, 2026, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and passed away on June 30, 2026, in White Cloud, Michigan. Though his time here was brief, Landon made a lasting impression with the kind of joy that could light up a room, melt a heart, and somehow keep everyone on their toes all at once. He...
James David VanTil II
Jun 26, 2026
James David VanTil II, age 69, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, went home on June 26, 2026. Jim was born on June 17, 1957 to James and Virginia (Hall) VanTil.
Jim will be remembered for his sense of humor, his love of the outdoors, music and movies, his tenacity and drive to help those in need. His passion for life was bigger...
Van Thoi Le
Jun 26, 2026
Visitation will be held from 10:00am until 1:00pm on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Ofield Funeral Home, 4500 Kalamazoo Avenue SE, Kentwood.
Timothy Charles Karppinen
Jun 23, 2026
Timothy Karppinen passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026, in Muskegon, MI at the age of 82. Tim was born in Muskegon, MI to Eino and Lillian Karppinen. He was the middle child of three, with a younger sister, Mary, and older sister, Martha (Marty).
One of Tim’s first jobs was a dune-buggy driver at Mac Woods Dune Rides during the...
Vivian Ann Hanson
Jun 23, 2026
Born in Charlevoix Michigan as the middle sibling to two brothers, Ann grew up with a tenacious Irish spirit that she carried with her throughout her life. After earning her teaching degree at Central Michigan University, Ann used her platform to become a fierce advocate for gender and racial equity, eventually becoming the Vice President of the Grand Rapids chapter...
Patricia Ann Polk
Jun 23, 2026
Patricia Ann Polk, 70, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026.
Born on May 24, 1956 in Flint Michigan, Patrician spent most of her life in Grand Rapids, Michigan where she became known for her compassion, resilience, generosity, and unwavering love for others. She was the kind of woman who would gladly give someone the shirt off her back without expecting...
Jacqueline Rae John
Jun 22, 2026
Jacqueline Rae John, age 92 of Grand Rapids, passed away Monday, June 22, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis G. John, son Joseph M. Duba, grandson Deane Ledsworth, parents Maynard and Mildred Tucker, siblings Frank Tucker, Geraldine Peterson, Maynard "Skip" Tucker, Thomas Tucker and Diane Ross. Surviving are her children Julie (Deane) Ledsworth, Jennifer (Kevin) Duba-Scanlan,...
Beth Anne Tanksley
Jun 21, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved mother, Beth Anne Brown - Tanksley, who passed away on June 21st, 2026, at the young age of 65.
Beth was deeply loved by her family, friends, and all who knew her. She had a caring heart, a comforting presence, and a way of making others feel loved...
Erma Lucretia Shaw
Jun 19, 2026
Sunrise: Tuesday, September 21, 1965
Sunset: June 19, 2026
Place: Ofield Funeral Home Location: 4500 Kalamazoo Ave SE
When: Friday, June 26, 2026
Celebration of Life
A Time to Be Born
As Ecclesiastes 3:1 states, “For everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven.” Erma Lucretia Major Shaw entered this world on Tuesday, September 21, 1965, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, as...
Donald May
Jun 17, 2026
Donald Eugene May, age 81, of Grand Rapids, passed away unexpectedly on June 17, 2026.
He was born on February 5, 1945, in Grand Rapids.
Don proudly served his country in the U.S. Army.
He will be lovingly missed by his family.
Visitation will be held from 11:00am util 1:00 pm on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Ofield Funeral Home, 4500 Kalamazoo Avenue SE,...
Elaine L. Peterson
Jun 17, 2026
Elaine L. Peterson of Grand Rapids, Michigan, age 83, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
She was born to Eugene and Alice Schantz on December 30, 1942.
Elaine was born the youngest of two children and was a graduate of Kelloggsville High School and Davenport College.
She loved being with her family, doing puzzles, and gardening...
Richard Paul Potter
Jun 16, 2026
Richard Paul Potter, 70, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away on June 16, 2026. He was a husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, music lover, sports fan, and one of the funniest people you could ever hope to meet.
Richard was born on March 27, 1956, in Flint, Michigan, to Catherine Woigdka Potter Isham and E. Edward Potter. He spent most of...
Debra Lynne Strock
Jun 15, 2026
Debra Lynne Strock (Kentwood, MI), a cherished sister, beloved aunt, and devoted friend, passed away unexpectedly on June 15, 2026, at the age of 73. Born on April 20, 1953, in Warren, Ohio, at Trumbull Memorial Hospital, and raised in Niles, Ohio, Debbie was known for her infectious humor, unwavering generosity, and profound love for those around her.
Debbie was the...
Jason Jarrod Killian
Jun 14, 2026
Jason Jarrod Killian, born on September 2, 1975, in Holland Hospital to James and Betty Killian, was their third child and only son. Jason is fondly remembered by his son, Gavyn Killian, fiancée, Tarran Stern, sister, Susan Killian, brother-in-law, Luis Pena, as well as his cherished nephews Cody, Michael, Andrew, and niece Emily.
He was predeceased by his loving parents and...
